Hot Rod Horsepower Handbook

Author : Hot Rod Magazine
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 076031814X

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Hot Rod Horsepower Handbook by Hot Rod Magazine Pdf

For the editors of HOT ROD Magazine, there's no such thing as too much horsepower, but the editors are certainly willing to look for that limit! This collection of technical articles delves into the quest for more torque and screaming power from the most basic mill to the ubiquitous small-block Chevy and Ford V-8s.

Author : David Freiburger
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2006-12-15
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0760327831

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Hot Rod Horsepower Handbook by David Freiburger Pdf

The heart of every hot rod and muscle car is its engine - and the one to have, the most powerful performance engine on the planet, is the big-block Chevy V-8. Tapping into the know-how at Hot Rod magazine, this book offers illustrated, step-by-step instructions for building a big-block Chevy V-8-from grinding valves and selecting headers to shot-peening pistons and putting together winning head and intake combinations. At Hot Rod magazine, there is no such thing as too much horsepower, but the editors and experts are willing to test that limit - and, with this book, to take big-block Chevy fans along for the ride.

Author : Frank Oddo
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1557884099

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The Street Rodder's Handbook by Frank Oddo Pdf

A comprehensive guide to designing and building street rods, customs, and lead sleds. Includes hundreds of photographs and practical tips, plus safe working and design factors. It covers all areas of the car, including chassis, suspension, frame, engine, bodywork, paint, and drivetrain. This guide also details how to choose a car and make critical planning decisions. It shows how to properly equip a workshop and lists tool and parts suppliers.

Author : Peter Hunn
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Spark ignition engines
ISBN : 1610592174

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The Small-Engine Handbook by Peter Hunn Pdf

Peter Hunn. It's common for homeowners to have 2- or 4-cycle small engines in their lawn and garden equipment, utility vehicles, recreational vehicles, generators and other machines. With this easy-to-follow, richly illustrated handbook, homeowners will be able to understanding small engines, troubleshooting them and working on them. The book has a brief history of significant and popular small engines and a guide to setting up a home workshop in which to work on them. It also includes case studies on the disassembly, maintenance, repair and/or rebuilding of: a 2-stroke lawnmower engine, a 4-stroke utility motor, a 2-stroke chainsaw engine, and a curbside junker. The writing is lively and entertaining and the color photos clearly show how to work on these useful engines.

Author : Scott Parkhurst
Publisher : Motorbooks International
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2009-11-07
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780760335529

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V-8 Horsepower Performance Handbook by Scott Parkhurst Pdf

Approaching the high-performance engine as a whole-system of interdependent components-this book provides the know-how for keeping your V-8 in top form.

Author : Richard Finch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Airplanes
ISBN : 161059147X

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Performance Welding Handbook by Richard Finch Pdf

Author : Larry Shepard
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2008-06-03
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1557885281

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The Mopar Six-Pack Engine Handbook HP1528 by Larry Shepard Pdf

A step-by-step guide to rebuilding, restoring, and modifying the famous Mopar 'Six-Pack' engines that appeared in all of Chrysler's muscle cars from 1969 through 1971, as well as the late- model small-blocks and crate performance motors currently offered by Chrysler.

Author : Jeff Tann
Publisher : CarTech Inc
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781934709184

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The Complete Builder's Guide to Hot Rod Chassis and Suspensions by Jeff Tann Pdf

In How to Build Hot Rod Chassis, highly regarded hot rodding author Jeff Tann covers everything enthusiasts need to know about designing and building their new chassis and suspension system. It thoroughly explores both factory and aftermarket frames, modified factory solid-axle suspensions, and aftermarket independent front and rear suspension setups. No matter what design a reader may be considering for his own car, How to Build Hot Rod Chassis delivers a wealth of information on the pros and cons of all systems available.

Author : George McNicholl
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1610609832

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How to Build Ford Flathead V-8 Horsepower by George McNicholl Pdf

This is a follow-up and companion to the successful How to Build a Flathead Ford V-8. This new edition describes the build-up of a 1946-1948 model 59 engine with a 4-barrel carburetor, a blown French flathead engine, and a blown Ardun engine-designed for street use. Many French flathead engines have been purchased by flathead lovers in the United States. There is a strong demand for those engine blocks, and the purchasers are desperate for any build-up information. The popularity of the Ardun is amazing, and this second volume contains a load of new information about the Ardun, as well as information and photographs of the lastest flathead goodies, such as crankshafts, connecting rods, intake manifolds, and cylinder heads.

Author : Jeff Hartman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781610598071

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Supercharging Performance Handbook by Jeff Hartman Pdf

Author : Richard Newton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1616730560

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Autocross Performance Handbook by Richard Newton Pdf

Autocross is open to just about anyone with a helmet and a car. Aimed at all those autocross drivers who race the cars they drive every day, this thorough and easy-to-follow handbook covers everything from choosing the best class and car for competing to tuning, modifying, and racing that car. Richard Newton, an ASE-certified Master Technician, talks in a reader-friendly fashion about what can be done, why it should be done, and what might need to be altered when conditions change. He discusses the rule book and driving techniques used in autocross events. Featuring helpful full-color illustrations, this guide covers all engine/drivetrain combinations, and focuses on car subsystems, including engine, suspension, wheels and tires, and brakes, among others. The book includes drawings of course set-ups, as well as a complete reference appendix.

Author : Eric Gorr
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1610609573

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Honda CRF Performance Handbook by Eric Gorr Pdf

The Honda high-performance four-stroke motorcycle is one of the most popular off-road motorcycles in the country. In this book, widely known and highly respected tuner and journalist Eric Gorr, Dirt Rider's Dr. Dirt and owner of Forward Motion, takes off-road enthusiasts through the paces of performance projects for their Honda CRFs. Whether it's a CRF450F, CRF250F, CRF450X, or CRF250X, your high-performance four-stroke Honda comes under Gorr's purview as he details the ins and outs of buying, maintaining, and upgrading the CRF-and doing the best off-road bike one better.

Author : Buzz Buzzelli
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Harley-Davidson motorcycle
ISBN : 1610609530

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Harley-Davidson Sportster Performance Handbook, 3rd Edition by Buzz Buzzelli Pdf

'Sportster' conjures an image of a fire-breathing mechanical beast scorching the world's tarmac. With advice on the proper mechanical massaging, and diagrams and photos, this handbook shows how the Sportster can be transformed into a superbike. It includes a history of the Sportster from its birth in 1957.

Author : Dennis W. Parks
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781616730901

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Hot Rod Body and Chassis Builder's Guide by Dennis W. Parks Pdf

Author : Larry Shepard
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2003-03-04
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 1557884056

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How to Hot Rod Small-Block Mopar Engines by Larry Shepard Pdf

How to Hot Rod Small-Block Mopar Engines is a completely revised, updated edition of Larry Shepard’s classic, first published in 1989. Inside you’ll find the latest, updated information to help modify your small-block A series Mopar for high performance, street, circle track, or drag racing. Also included are updated parts information and techniques for: - Block, cranks, pistons and rods - Cylinder heads - Camshafts and valvetrain - Blueprinting techniques - Step-by-step engine assembly guide - Oil, cooling, ignition and induction systems - Engine swapping guide - Engine installation and break-in tips - Casting numbers and torque specs New part numbers, photos, parts combinations and illustrations highlight this classic handbook on how to build the ultimate small-block Mopar engine.